What? ! the Girls Who Like Me Have Increased Again?

Sit in front of the TV.

"Not yet?"

I have heard similar opening remarks countless times since I was a child.

While eating a sandwich and drinking tea as breakfast, Kasumigaoka Shiyu thought impatiently.

She has other things to do today.

After waiting for a while, the two finally officially announced the nominations.

First Akutagawa Prize, then Naoki Prize.

The former is aimed at pure literary works, while the latter is aimed at popular literature.

To put it simply, the Akutagawa Prize is generally more about literature, while the Naoki Prize is about business and entertainment.

In addition, the Naoki Award is generally for hard-core writers in the industry, while the Akutagawa Award is generally awarded to newcomers.

However, Shi Yu did not see the shadow of "The Kingdom of Four Seasons" on these two lists.

"The best-selling list in the second half of the year, but you didn't even get nominated..."

The girl thought heavily in her heart.

He couldn't even get a nomination, so naturally he didn't need to think about whether he could win an award.

"That's right. After all, it is the world-famous Akutagawa Award. It is impossible for people to get it so easily."

The reason why "The Country of Four Seasons" sold so well was that it topped the best-selling list in one fell swoop.

It is inseparable from the identity of its author as a female high school student and the second generation of Wen.

This topic is very hot.

But the quality of the novel is undeniably excellent.

Also as a writer, Kasumigaoka Shiyu couldn't help but feel the unspeakable pressure in his heart the moment he saw the other party's failure.

but……

Thinking of that boy, he believed that he would definitely get the Naoki Award with a serious look.

The girl's expression of confusion for a moment, immediately became firm again.

Taking a deep breath, Xiazhiqiu Shiyu regained his calm.

Putting on a thick coat, after checking today's weather on the phone, he chose to put on a scarf.

Only then did the black, long and straight girl leave home.

……

The location is a certain coffee shop on the commercial street.

In the world of literature and art, there is no rule or unspoken rule that a certain author can only contribute to a certain magazine, and leaving is a betrayal.

Not long ago, Xiazhiqiu Shiyu handed over her new work to a certain magazine.

After receiving a serious reply from the editor, the two agreed to meet here.

Arrived at the destination much earlier than the agreed time.

Soon he found his purpose.

A young woman in a formal suit with her hair tied back sits in a cafe.

But on the opposite side of her, there was another middle-aged man who was slightly dressed up.

The female editor seemed to be negotiating with other writers.

Seeing this, Xia Zhiqiu Shiyu didn't bother them, but sat silently by the side, ordered a cup of coffee, and waited patiently.

Did not eavesdrop on purpose.

But you can still vaguely hear words such as "authorship fee", "work on the construction site in addition to novels", "should be able to support for a while"... and so on.

He saw the man's decadent, wry smile, and self-deprecating appearance in his eyes.

The girl slowly clenched her fists.

When the appointed time was approaching, the female editor sent the other party away.

"Teacher Xia, are you here already?"

When he came back, he happened to catch sight of Kasumigaoka Shiwa.

The two just sat together.

"That person just now was..."

Even though she knew she shouldn't pry into other people's privacy, Kasumigaoka Shiyu couldn't help but ask.

"It's Mr. Junhei Yamamoto. His novel "Pigs in a Pigsty" was nominated for the Akutagawa Award."

"Has Teacher Xia ever read it?"

It's not something that needs to be deliberately concealed, the female editor replied.

"Well, it's a great novel."

The other party is a writer Shi Yu is very familiar with.

The description of human nature in the novel once shocked the girl's heart.

"I didn't expect it to be that person..."

If she remembered correctly, the other party should have been nominated for the Akutagawa Award three times.

But... every time I run with me.

If it's just a nomination, it doesn't make any sense.

If it is not a real winner, there is no way to support yourself with novels.

Right at this moment.

The girl seems to have a deeper understanding of the not-so-good industry she is about to step into.

"Speaking of which, Teacher Xia should still be a high school student, right?"

"Are you going to use this status to hype?"

After hearing the female editor's question, Shi Yu subconsciously asked in a rather unhappy manner.

"Don't worry, if Teacher Xia is unwilling, no one will do such a thing without your permission."

Miss Editor replied with a good attitude.

She probably had some understanding of what was going on in the girl's mind.

It's nothing more than feeling that this is cheating, wanting to rely on one's own ability... and other reasons, so this topic was quickly stopped.

However, it was beyond her expectation.

"I'll think about it..."

Shi Yu didn't agree, but let go a little.

It's not just about grandfather Jiang Linxia.

Thinking of the dead silent, almost desperate look in the man's eyes when he left just now, the girl felt extremely complicated in her heart.

If he was a high school girl like himself, he wouldn't mind using this identity for publicity.

Obviously such a powerful author, if, if he has the same conditions as himself, then at least he doesn't have to work part-time and can concentrate on writing novels.

Xiazhiqiu Shiyu couldn't help but think this way.

Before being proud, you must first find a way to keep yourself alive.

Compared with the powerful writers who have been nominated several times, the girl feels her own pride... It seems that it is really not that important.

And her classmate grandfather Jiang Linxia.

Regardless of whether she is a high school student or not, that girl's novels are better than her own.

Regardless of whether she sells well or not.

As long as it is not approved by the judges, it will not be nominated for the Akutagawa Award.

……

I was thinking about various things in my mind.

Tasting the strong-flavored coffee, the girl seemed to become more open-minded.

Talked about the novel with the young female editor of the magazine.

Although in terms of content, it is still a little immature compared with some famous writers.

But considering Kasumigaoka Shiwa's actual age, she is only 16 years old.

"Another genius."

In her mind, the female editor calmly gave such an evaluation.

After insinuating and asking about the other party's grades in school, he affirmed this point even more.

However, the most indispensable thing in this industry is talent.

"Teacher Xia, where will you go in the future..."

In this era of sluggish markets, novels don't sell well to be honest.

There are fewer than 1000 full-time writers.

Xiazhiqiu Shiyu is in the eyes of the female editor.

They are excellent seedlings who may be able to continue to shine in this industry and gain a place by relying on their talents.

But it's only possible.

However, Kasumigaoka Shiwa is still a beautiful high school girl after all.

This status alone can add 5 to the sales volume.

Compared to the girl just now, the male writer who has been nominated for the Akutagawa Award several times but can only make ends meet by working part-time.